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The Student Newspaper of Catawba CollegeTue, 03 Mar 2015 15:31:50 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=4.0.1Comedy of Errors, A Reviewhttp://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/03/03/comedy-of-errors-a-review/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/03/03/comedy-of-errors-a-review/#commentsTue, 03 Mar 2015 15:31:50 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18803The Catawba Theatre Arts program featured the play “Comedy of Errors” during the last week of February 2015. This unique play featured the original Commedia dell’ Arte style of drama developed in 16th century Italy. Commedia dell’ Arte is a high-energy precision format of acting, which is centered on certain archetypes. A certain mask represents each of these archetypes. For this production, students were able to create their own masks for the show with the aid of professor Christopher Zink, who was also the lighting design and technical director for the show. This show was directed by professor Dayna Anderson with the aid of Professor Meredith Fox, who is a graduate of the Accademia dell’ Arte, Arrezo in Tuscany, Italy. As Dayna Anderson has decided to retire this year, this will be her last official act as director for the Catawba Theatre program.

At the Friday night showing of Comedy of Errors, there was a special reception in Dayna Anderson’s honor, featuring a slideshow of the over 35 productions she helped direct. Everyone in the audience was invited to join in the free reception. The reception was originally supposed to be held after Thursday nights showing, however, the show that night was cancelled due to the snow.

The show itself depicted beautifully accurate Commedia dell’ Arte style and told the humorous story of the search for true identity.

]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/03/03/comedy-of-errors-a-review/feed/0Catawba College Winterfest 2015!http://www.catawbapioneer.com/student-life-and-news/2015/02/24/catawba-college-winterfest-2015/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/student-life-and-news/2015/02/24/catawba-college-winterfest-2015/#commentsTue, 24 Feb 2015 16:30:04 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18798Catawba College celebrated the winter season right, with a semi-formal. Catawba had an excellent atmosphere with black-jack tables, fake champagne, and a DJ; it felt like Las Vegas!
]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/student-life-and-news/2015/02/24/catawba-college-winterfest-2015/feed/0From Where the Bell Tolls: Catawba’s Railroad Bellhttp://www.catawbapioneer.com/top-stories/2015/02/19/from-where-the-bell-tolls-catawbas-railroad-bell/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/top-stories/2015/02/19/from-where-the-bell-tolls-catawbas-railroad-bell/#commentsThu, 19 Feb 2015 05:13:05 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18742Have you ever wondered where the bell in the middle of Catawba’s campus came from? If you look closely, you will notice the words “Donated by Southern Railway” written on the front. Like most everything else, this bell has a story. A story about one community contributor assisting another. The bell is a railroad bell from the Southern Railway, which served the Salisbury area from 1896 to 1982. It is quite symbolic that a bell from a huge part of Rowan County History resides in another distinguished component of our community.

From the Southern Railway’s founding in 1896, the railroad relied heavily on steam locomotive power to pull its trains. As steam engines required to be serviced often, a facility needed to be built for that capacity. Location was key, thus the Spencer/Salisbury area was chosen as a direct halfway point between Washington DC and Atlanta. Southern’s Spencer Shops eventually became Rowan County’s largest employer.

However, times soon changed. In 1939, the first diesel locomotive began operation, becoming a direct competitor to the aging steam engines. In 1953, the Southern became the first railroad in the United States to completely transition to diesel. Steam power was no longer needed, and the old engines were set aside to eventually be scrapped. Bells, whistles, and headlights, among other things were taken off of the engines and placed in storage. The Southern Railway had a notorious reputation for helping out those in the communities it served, and when a North Carolina church needed a new bell, the railroad presented them with a bell from one of the steam engines.

Soon after, Southern began a mass donation to various schools, churches, and other distinct places in need of a bell. This proved beneficial for numerous reasons: the railroad could save a bit of history and provide outreach to the community. The community could enjoy parts no longer needed by the railway, and the legacy and memory of the steam locomotion that carried them could live on through time.

Due to being a critical and respected location of higher education, Catawba College was one of the many area schools selected, and along with other schools and numerous county churches, received a railroad bell. The donated bell has called Catawba home ever since.

The next time you pass by the old bell, imagine it clanging on the perch of a large steam locomotive racing through town. Though not a flashy or popular component of the campus, it still stands as a reminder of the community’s storied past. One of the Southern Railway’s well known slogans was “The Southern Serves The South.” Even in the twenty-first century, the Southern still indirectly serves the south, particularly in the form of an old bell that rests in the heart of the campus of Catawba College.

]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/top-stories/2015/02/19/from-where-the-bell-tolls-catawbas-railroad-bell/feed/0Top Ways to Enjoy Valentine’s Dayhttp://www.catawbapioneer.com/out-about/2015/02/19/top-ways-to-enjoy-valentines-day/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/out-about/2015/02/19/top-ways-to-enjoy-valentines-day/#commentsThu, 19 Feb 2015 05:12:42 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18763Valentine’s Day is upon us once more. Whether at campus with your sweetheart, or visiting your other half at home, there are plenty of things that are available for couples to do on the 14th, especially since it falls on a Saturday. However, many couples may have difficulty choosing exactly what to do. We don’t want for you and your boyfriend/girlfriend argue on the day of love, so here are some possible options for lovebirds this weekend:

1. Go to a Movie: The classic way to spend Valentine’s Day still lingers today as a great way to spend a nice date. Sharing popcorn, laughing, and being close makes the movies well worth it. But, make sure that the movie selection agrees with both of you. Girls may not go for war movies, whereas guys may hesitate viewing a romance adapted from a novel. Find a movie that fits, and have fun!

2. Go out to dinner: What better way to spend February 14th than eating out with your loved one? Go to a place nice and fancy, and enjoy the meal without having to do the dishes! It will give both of you and opportunity to sit and talk while enjoying each other’s company.

3. Take a Hike: No, literally, take a hike, or do something adventurous. Since Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday, the weekend is yours for taking. Do something you both enjoy doing. Or, try something new! From hiking in the Uwharries, to walking along the Outer Banks, to taking in breathtaking scenery, do something that will be memorable for the both of you.

So whatever you choose to do, remember to be safe, have fun, and enjoy an awesome Valentines Day!

]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/out-about/2015/02/19/top-ways-to-enjoy-valentines-day/feed/0Jabali Afrikahttp://www.catawbapioneer.com/events/2015/02/17/jabali-afrika/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/events/2015/02/17/jabali-afrika/#commentsWed, 18 Feb 2015 04:20:09 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18767In honor of Black History Month, Wigwam teamed up with the Catawba College Diversity Club for this past Friday’s event. Students who came to the event got to experience authentic African music. Members of the band, who are originally from Kenya, performed tribal songs on special African drums and other instruments. They also sang songs in their native Kenyan language, Kiswahili.

Along with the musical performances, they also performed traditional dance moves to go along with the songs. The fun beats even got some of the students dancing. Six girls and six guys were called on to the stage to dance along with the music and to dance with one of the performers. The band members also played some modern electric instruments, like the bass guitar, in partnership with the traditional drums, creating a unique sound all their own. Students were also allowed to play on the musical instruments towards the end of the performance.

A lot of the students found it amusing that the performers had trouble pronouncing “Catawba,” but honestly, who does not have trouble pronouncing Catawba the first time they see it? Also, even though there were only three members of the band, their liveliness and audience participation made for a great event.

]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/events/2015/02/17/jabali-afrika/feed/0Single on V-Day? That’s Okay!http://www.catawbapioneer.com/top-stories/2015/02/11/single-on-v-day-thats-okay/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/top-stories/2015/02/11/single-on-v-day-thats-okay/#commentsWed, 11 Feb 2015 21:55:54 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18754It is that time of the year again where Valentine’s Day comes upon us. And it can be a day filled with love and affection for your significant other. But if you are like a lot of people on Valentine’s Day, you find yourself alone and without a date. For those of you who are single, here are some ideas for what you can do on this day of reflecting on how lonely you are.

The first thing you need to do is stop eating that pint of ice cream, throw away that tissue box, and get yourself together. What you need to do on this day is Treat Yo Self! Valentine’s Day is supposed to be a day of love, so why not love everything about you? You work hard, keep your head up, and take life head on.

Spend the day at a spa getting a massage and what not.
Or, you can go ahead and treat yourself to a movie marathon watching every movie your celebrity crush has starred in.
You can go ahead and take yourself out to dinner, or, with your single friends. (Face it, you’re not the only one in your friends group who is single.)
You can also send yourself many wonderful treats.
Go ahead, order a box of fancy, assorted chocolates for you. Or if you want to really treat yourself, go ahead an order an Edible Arrangement. (Preferably the chocolate covered strawberries.)
For all those single ladies, you can go ahead and do a make-over day pampering yourself. Let’s face it, you deserve a day to make yourself look/feel amazing. And if you’re a guy, get your friends (guys have single friends in their groups too) and hit up the club; and who knows, maybe there are singles ready to mingle there too.
Another thing both guys and girls can do is next weekend when you go out with your friends, brag about how much money you have because you did not go on a date.
Or, you can spend the day at home spending hours of your day on Buzzfeed reading articles and playing quizzes or watching every Vine, Youtube Video, or Netflix series in the world.

But whatever you do, DO NOT look at Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter because your friends in relationships will be posting pictures of their special day.

Although you may be single on Valentine’s Day, you have many ways to treat yo self and give yourself the love you know you deserve. Go ahead and order that Edible Arrangement, snuggle in bed, and watch every movie your celebrity crush is in. Or go ahead with your single friends out to a nice dinner or a night out and possibly meet some single men or women. Whatever you do, just remember it is a day for you to treat yo self.

]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/top-stories/2015/02/11/single-on-v-day-thats-okay/feed/0Surprise Pop A Capella Flashmobhttp://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/10/surprise-pop-ac-flashmob/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/10/surprise-pop-ac-flashmob/#commentsTue, 10 Feb 2015 21:36:54 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18749On Tuesday February 3rd, Catawba College’s own Pop A Capella (AC) group did a flash mob in the cafeteria. A Capella is a form a singing where people make all the music without instruments.

Once they entered the cafeteria, they surprised the cafeteria by singing two popular hits from NBC’s hit show “The Sing Off.” They did an arrangement of “Under Pressure” by Queen and a F.U.N. medley featuring the bands three most popular songs. They also featured soloists Lauren Stacks, Micah Shapiro, Bree Gardner, Jonathon Lodgek, and Patrick Moore.

The Pop AC group was just created this semester and is one of the newest classes that the music department has to offer. Catawba’s Pop AC program is now one of two programs in the state of North Carolina where the only other Pop AC program is offered at NC State University. They have plans to compete at the national Pop AC competition in Kentucky next spring. Many of the members are excited about this new endeavor by Catawba College’s music department and expect great things in the future.

]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/10/surprise-pop-ac-flashmob/feed/0Preview: The Comedy of Errorshttp://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/09/preview-the-comedy-of-errors/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/09/preview-the-comedy-of-errors/#commentsTue, 10 Feb 2015 03:43:13 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18736William Shakespeare, the famous playwright, usually wrote serious plays centered around a theme of tragedy. However, a couple of Shakespeare’s plays had a theme consisting of tragedy but the way the tragedy occurred was considered to be comedic. One of these comedic plays is “A Comedy of Errors.” “A Comedy of Errors” is Shakespeare’s shortest play.

“A Comedy of Errors” is the story of a family, consisting of the husband, wife, and twin boys, that were separated by a shipwreck. Each of the boys grow up with a servant, who also happen to be twins, and complications ensue when the family, unknowingly, becomes reunited.

During some performances, a Comedy of Errors includes local references; however, local politicians are “safe from barbs and ridicule -this time” according to the theater department. The theater department had altered the sets and costumes to become more “Picasso-esque.”

Catawba’s Theater Department will be performing Shakespeare’s play, “A Comedy of Errors,” February 24th – 28th at 7:30pm in the Hedrick Little Theater. Catawba’s theater production of “A Comedy of Errors” is directed by Dayna Anderson.The play is rated G for general audience meaning it is safe for children to watch as well as adults. The price of admission is $12 for adults, $10 for non-Catawba students and senior citizens, and free for Catawba students and faculty. Those who wish to attend Catawba’s production of “A Comedy of Errors” can order tickets and reserve their seats in advance.

The link to pre-order tickets and reserve seats is as follows:

https://secure.ticketsage.net/websales.aspx?u=catawba

]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/09/preview-the-comedy-of-errors/feed/0Build Your Own Critter 2015http://www.catawbapioneer.com/fun-stuff/2015/02/09/build-your-own-critter-2015/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/fun-stuff/2015/02/09/build-your-own-critter-2015/#commentsTue, 10 Feb 2015 03:30:41 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18729The much anticipated yearly Build Your Own Critter Wigwam event was a big success. This year, students also got to create cute Valentines Day cards, decorate some yummy cookies, and take silly photographs with the photo-booth props. Another new addition this year is that the critters that students got to create also came with a mini printed Catawba t-shirt.
]]>http://www.catawbapioneer.com/fun-stuff/2015/02/09/build-your-own-critter-2015/feed/0The Arrowheadhttp://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/04/the-arrowhead/
http://www.catawbapioneer.com/arts-entertainment/2015/02/04/the-arrowhead/#commentsWed, 04 Feb 2015 21:34:54 +0000http://www.catawbapioneer.com/?p=18692The Arrowhead, Catawba’s literary arts magazine, is looking for student work to feature in their publication. Catawba’s Arrowhead is published once a semester and features student-produced prose, poetry, photographs, and visual artwork. Our literary arts magazine is a great way for students to get their creative works out for others to see and to feel a sense of accomplishment.

Students are welcome to submit their work into multiple categories; however, there are restrictions as to how many works can be submitted into each of the categories. Students are only allowed to submit two works of prose because they tend to be longer and take up more space in the Arrowhead. They can, however, submit up to five poems.

Additionally, some lucky students artwork will be printed on the cover! The qualifications the artwork has to meet in order for it to be on the cover is that the photo must be portrait and it must be in color. If the piece is not chosen to be on the cover, it can still be in the Arrowhead as long as it is submitted to the publication in black and white in addition to color.

For those of you who are interested in being on the Arrowhead staff, it is quite easy to do so! Anyone that wants to be on the staff can simply sit in on one of the two meetings. The meetings are Tuesday, March 17th 7-9pm in Study Room 6 and Thursday, March 19th 3:30-5:30pm in Study Room 2. Both meetings are on the top floor of the library and it is okay to arrive late; however, end times are definite.

The submission deadline for students who wish to have their work featured is Wednesday, March 4th at 5:00pm.